N5 Pure Nickel (99.8% Ni) - Wrought Nickel Supplier of Round Bars, Wire & Strip | Shanghai Hangbo Alloy Group
Date: 2026年8月3日 Categories: News Views: 266
By Shanghai Hangbo Alloy Group Co., Ltd. - China Supplier | ISO 9001:2015 | Est. 2012
Contact: sales@hangboalloy.com | WhatsApp (Lisa): +86 13611656360
Quick Answer: What Is N5 Nickel?
N5 (GB/T 5235 / Ni 99.8) is commercially pure wrought nickel with Ni+Co >=99.8%, positioned between the ultra-high-purity N4 (>=99.9%) and the standard purity N6 (>=99.5%). It is the workhorse grade for nickel electroplating anodes, electronic lead wire, and general corrosion-resistant components where the extreme low-iron specification of N4 is not required. Shanghai Hangbo Alloy Group supplies N5 as round bars, cold-drawn wire, and strip.
Key Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Grade | N5 / Ni 99.8 |
| Ni+Co | >= 99.8% |
| Density | 8.88 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | ~1440C |
| Tensile (Annealed) | >= 370 MPa |
| Elongation (Annealed) | >= 38% |
| Thermal Conductivity | ~78 W/m-K |
| Key Standards | GB/T 5235, GB/T 2054, GB/T 2072 |
Chemical Composition (wt.%)
| Element | N5 Max | N4 Max | N6 Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ni+Co | >= 99.8 | >= 99.9 | >= 99.5 |
| Fe | <= 0.10 | <= 0.04 | <= 0.40 |
| Cu | <= 0.10 | <= 0.015 | <= 0.15 |
| C | <= 0.02 | <= 0.01 | <= 0.10 |
| Si | <= 0.15 | <= 0.03 | <= 0.20 |
| Mn | <= 0.05 | <= 0.002 | <= 0.20 |
| S | <= 0.005 | <= 0.001 | <= 0.010 |
Product Overview
N5 is the balanced purity grade in the Chinese pure nickel standard system. It provides 99.8% minimum nickel content at a cost typically 5-15% lower than N4, making it the preferred choice when the application's iron and copper tolerance exceeds 0.04% and 0.015% respectively.
N5 is most commonly used for:
- Plating anodes: The controlled iron/sulfur content ensures uniform anodic dissolution without generating excessive anode sludge.
- Electrode lead wires: The high electrical conductivity of pure nickel combined with corrosion resistance in alkaline environments.
- Chemical process equipment linings: Cost-effective alternative to N4 for mild alkaline service where trace iron does not contaminate the product.
Shanghai Hangbo Alloy Group supplies N5 in all standard wrought forms with full EN 10204 3.1 certification.
Mechanical & Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile (Annealed) | >= 370 MPa |
| Yield Strength | >= 135 MPa |
| Elongation | >= 38% |
| Thermal Conductivity | ~78 W/m-K |
| Electrical Resistivity | ~0.085 micro-ohm-m |
| Curie Temperature | ~358C |
Heat Treatment
Annealing: 650-800C, air cool or water quench. Stress Relief: 400-480C/1h.
Applications
| Industry | Component |
|---|---|
| Electroplating | Nickel anode bars, anode baskets |
| Electronics | Transistor lead wires, battery terminals |
| Chemical | Alkali storage tank linings, heat exchanger tubes |
| Food Processing | Brine evaporation equipment |
FAQ
Q1: N5 vs N4? N5 has 99.8% Ni vs 99.9% for N4. Iron 0.10% vs 0.04%. N5 saves 5-15% cost for applications tolerant of slightly higher impurities.
Q2: N5 vs NI200? N5 has higher purity (99.8% vs 99.0%) and lower iron/carbon. Equivalent to the "LC-Ni" grade in Western markets.
Q3: Price? $25-42/kg EXW. Contact sales@hangboalloy.com.
Q4: Forms? Round bars, wire (0.1-10mm), cold-rolled strip (0.1-3.0mm). SGS available.
Q5: Weldable? Yes, with ERNi-1 filler.
Contact & Complete Product Range
Shanghai Hangbo Alloy Group Co., Ltd. - China Supplier
Email: sales@hangboalloy.com | WhatsApp (Lisa): +86 13611656360 | www.nickel-alloy.com
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